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# Software Engineer L1 - TS/SCI with Poly required

- **Company:** EMTAK. LLC
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, System Programming, Delivery Pipeline, Backend, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9052828/software-engineer-l1-tssci-with-poly-required

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI clearance (or higher)
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
 * 7+ years of software engineering experience
 * Strong experience with:
 + C/C++
 + Python (SWORD or similar frameworks)
 + Full-stack development
 * Experience supporting testing/validation efforts (DVT or similar)
 * Exposure to Kubernetes and containerized environments, * Hands-on experience with Docker and container build pipelines
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
 * Experience working on IC/DoD programs
 * Understanding of distributed systems or microservices architectures

## Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer (TS/SCI Cleared) with experience in full-stack development, systems programming, and containerized environments to support a mission-critical program within the Intelligence Community.

This role blends backend systems development in C/C++ and Python with modern deployment practices using Kubernetes and Docker, supporting both development and integration efforts across the platform., * Develop and maintain full-stack applications supporting mission workflows

 * Build backend services using C/C++ and Python (SWORD framework)
 * Support Developmental & Verification Testing (DVT) across system components
 * Deploy and manage applications in Kubernetes environments
 * Work with containerization tools (Docker) for consistent builds and deployments
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile environments
 * Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize system performance


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